Too high to reach

Chapter 253 Peace of Mind
"Madam Xu, Madam Xu," Mo Yi said gracefully and serenely.

"I was delighted to hear the news, so I came without prior notice. I apologize for any intrusion!"

"Not at all! Our relationship doesn't need such formalities," said Madam Xu with a smile. "The Princess's personal visit shows the deep sisterly bond between her and Wenwen. We're overjoyed!"

The group walked into the house while talking.

"We were all overjoyed when we heard the news yesterday. Your Highness, please have a seat!"

Madam Xu said to Madam Wang, "Don't worry, my dear in-law. Wenwen doesn't seem to have much morning sickness, and she looks quite well!"

"Oh, really? Wenwen took after me." Wang smiled broadly. "When I was pregnant with them, I didn't feel uncomfortable at all! I ate and drank as usual, and from pregnancy to delivery, I didn't take a single medicine."

"That's a blessing!" Even though Madam Xu was hard of hearing, she could hear it clearly from several seats away.

Mo Yi sighed helplessly and pointed to the two cans of tea in Hong Yan's hand, "This is freshly arrived pre-Qingming Longjing tea. Take two cans and let the old lady have a taste."

"Your Majesty, you're too kind. We'll have lunch at home. Tell them to make the arrangements quickly..." the old lady instructed her daughter-in-law.

Mo Yi quickly stopped her, "Thank you for your kindness, Madam, but I have things to attend to at home. I'll come and bother you again once my sister is settled."

“That’s good… I already told Wenwen: for the first three months, let her stay in her own yard to recover and not go out.”

Madam Xu also said, "The doctor came to see me and said everything is fine."

After exchanging words for a while, Mo Yi noticed that Wang Shi kept looking towards the door, appearing quite restless.

Grandma Xu saw it too and instructed her daughter-in-law, "Let's chat later. Quickly take the princess and her mother-in-law to see Wenwen."

"Yes," Madam Xu replied with a smile.

Wang stood up abruptly.

“Then… let’s go see my sister first.” Mo Yi stood up with a smile.

"Go on, go on." Old Mrs. Xu also stood up to see the guests off. "The Princess told Wenwen not to be so shy. If she wants to eat or drink something, she should just say so. If she can't make it at home, she should buy it outside."

Madam Xu personally accompanied the mother and daughter to Mo Wen's courtyard.

Mo Wen had obviously already received the message, and Du Juan was waiting for him on the road early in the morning.

Upon seeing them arrive, he quickly stepped forward and bowed to each of them.

"Third Grandmother is waiting inside! She's especially happy to know that Your Majesty is coming."

Sure enough, Mo Wen was waiting at the courtyard gate.

Today, she wore a rose-red soft satin jacket and a slim-fitting skirt. Underneath, she wore wide-legged trousers and soft-soled shoes.

Her black hair was simply tied up and adorned with two hairpins.

She wasn't wearing any makeup, but she looked to be in good health.

"Wenwen, how are you?!" Wang Shi looked anxious and rushed forward to help her.

“Mother, I’m fine, don’t worry.” Mo Wen patted Wang Shi, then turned to her and called out, “Sister! I’m so sorry to trouble you to come with me personally.”

"Don't be so polite. Come inside and have a seat." Madam Xu accompanied Mo Yi into the house.

The room was neither too hot nor too cold; it was quite comfortable.

Madam Xu delivered the person, thinking that she and her daughter, sisters, must have something to say to them.

"Wenwen, it's hot during the day but a bit cool at night. Remember to add or remove layers of clothing as needed, and don't get too cold."

"My daughter-in-law knows!"

"Your Highness, Mother-in-law, please talk to Wenwen for a while! If there's anything amiss, please have someone tell me directly." Then, she took her leave.

With Madam Xu gone, Madam Wang felt much more relaxed.

She immediately pulled Mo Wen up and down, asking, "Wenwen, how are you? How long has it been?"

“It’s been a month and a half,” Mo Wen said with a smile.

"It's been a month and a half, how come you only found out now?" Wang was quite frightened and glared at Dujuan.

“Mother… I deliberately waited more than ten days before having someone fetch the doctor. My husband has been away from home these days. If I were to call the doctor rashly and make a mistake, wouldn’t people laugh at me? My period hasn’t come yet, and I’m so afraid that I might get pregnant, so I’m being very careful in everything I do.”

"Oh dear, you girl, you're so good at keeping your composure! I didn't sleep well at all last night!" Wang scolded playfully.

She was indeed very composed; I doubt I could have done that myself. Mo Yi recalled the prince's persistent advances yesterday, feeling both excited and nervous. She and the prince hadn't hidden their relationship at all, and she didn't know when she would conceive…

"Sister, are you feeling alright?"

"I don't feel uncomfortable, it's just my stomach, it feels a bit tight." Mo Wen gently stroked her abdomen and smiled sweetly.

That smile truly came from the heart.

Since marrying Xu Ke, I've never felt so at peace. If this baby is a boy, then my life will be completely settled...

Mrs. Wang instructed, "If there's nothing wrong, don't take any medicine. All medicine has some degree of toxicity. It won't do the child any good..."

"I know mother."

"Oh dear, if you give birth to a son in one go..." Wang's face was full of anticipation.

"Mother?" Mo Yi exclaimed, realizing all her words on the way had been wasted!

Madam Wang quickly changed her tune: "My daughter is fine too! As long as you are all safe and sound."

Mo Wen smiled and looked at Mo Yi: "Mo Yuan didn't come along?"

"She's been staying at home these days. I guess she went out to play today?"

Wang scoffed, "Hmph, you have no idea, she goes out almost every day now. She's always getting invited out... Today, it was Miss Zhao who came to pick her up, saying she'd teach her to ride a horse first, and then in a couple of days they'd go horseback riding and flower viewing. She doesn't even come to see her own sister on such an important occasion, she's heartless! Yiyi, you're being too nice to her!"

Mo Yi smiled but didn't say anything.

"Alright, let's not talk about her anymore! Wenwen, have you sent a letter to your son-in-law?" Madam Wang asked again.

“My mother-in-law said she would write a letter, but he’s on official business over there, and I don’t want to bother him with that. Even if I tell him, there’s no guarantee he’ll come back. Besides, I’m perfectly fine, so let’s wait until he gets back!”

"You're so sensible! That's how a wife should be. A man's future is the most important thing, and a woman should be a good helper."

Mo Yi sneered inwardly: She really knows how to talk.

"Oh, Mother prepared some things for you. There's bird's nest... I ate it when I gave birth to your older brother and you! That's why... you two are both fair-skinned. But when it comes to Yi Yi... sigh, we can't afford it anymore. That's why Yi Yi isn't as fair-skinned as you two!"

The two sisters smiled helplessly.

“Your great-grandmother just said to tell them what you want to eat. Don’t be shy at crucial moments. These are the Xu family’s grandchildren…and great-grandchildren. If you want something from outside, have Dujuan buy it. Just don’t eat anything too strong right now…If you’re feeling bored at home, tell your mother-in-law you want to come home for a few days. I’ll take care of you myself!”

"I know! Mother, how old am I now? I know how to take care of myself, so please don't worry about me!"

"Even if you become a mother, you're still my daughter!"

She rambled on for a while before realizing she had been neglecting Mo Yi.

She didn't care before, but things are different now.

So, she organized her thoughts and said, "Yiyi, you're almost two years younger than Wenwen. I think... you seem to have grown taller, and maybe you can grow even taller. It'll be more stable if you get pregnant in another six months."

Finally, she cares about me... "My daughter knows."

When Wang saw the servants carrying all the things they had brought into the house, she wanted to see what Mo Yi had given them.

"You sisters chat while I help you tidy up your things."

After saying that, he headed towards the things Mo Yi had brought...

The two sisters looked at each other and smiled helplessly.

"How's business at the shop?" Mo Wen asked.

"It's not as bustling as when it first opened, but it's quite stable. It's much better than I expected."

"Yes. I originally planned to take back the shop I had and get some flower tea and fruit tea from my uncle to sell. I didn't expect to get pregnant again. Now... I guess I won't be able to move around for the next two years."

"You have a shop and a source of goods. You can find a suitable person to do it. Just like my place, I came up with the idea myself and then had someone else do it."

"Sigh... I don't have as many people as you! The Song brothers are both so capable..." Thinking of this, Mo Wen felt a bit sour.

Father gave both Song brothers to Mo Yi. Maybe if the Song family comes back, they'll give them to her too!

Even my older brother won't give it to me...

Mo Yi smiled faintly, "They are quite capable now, but back then, they were just ordinary servants. It was my father and I who carefully trained them, found them masters, and gave them opportunities. They gradually honed their skills through experience..."

Mo Wen chuckled awkwardly, "That's true..."

"If you really want to do it, you can ask your brother-in-law if he has any connections. Or maybe your uncle and aunt..."

"Okay. If I have any questions later, I'll ask you again."

Mo Yi nodded in agreement.

By this time, Wang had already finished looking at what Mo Yi had taken.

There are two large boxes of bird's nest alone... and those big red dates are as big as eggs!
The Prince's Mansion's actions are truly extraordinary!
While they were having a lively time, in the back courtyard, in the side room, Jinfang was inside...

There were joys and sorrows.

The good thing is, Grandpa can finally remember himself, right?

Sadly, this woman is really lucky!